1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Sprinter | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4589 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
